Award

Beauty, Nail Kits and Products

ST HELENS COLLEGE

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Award

28 Apr 2026 at 13:41

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Beauty, Nail Kits and Products" was initiated by St Helens College, one of the largest further and higher education providers in the Northwest of England. The contract has reached the 'Award' stage, with COLLEGE KITS DIRECT LIMITED named as the supplier. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, focusing on goods within the 'Make-up preparations' and 'Beauty products' industry category. The contract period spans from 23rd March 2026 to 22nd March 2029, with delivery to the North West region of the United Kingdom. The awarded contract is valued at £90,516 GBP.

This procurement presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in beauty and nail products. It is particularly suited for large-scale suppliers equipped to deliver educational kits and products that align with vocational training needs. Companies with expertise in supplying electrical domestic appliances for human use and makeup kits can significantly benefit from participating in subsequent tenders. Given the scale of educational services offered by the college, businesses capable of providing high-quality products efficiently will be instrumental in supporting the college's operational and educational aims.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Beauty, Nail Kits and Products

Notice Description

St Helens College is one of the largest further and higher education providers in the Northwest, with a proven track record of providing quality education since 1896. St Helens College and Knowsley Community College caters for students aged 16 and above. We provide courses and training to around 8,000 students across multiple sites and two boroughs, within St Helens & Knowsley. The contract is for Beauty and nail kits and products that are provided to learners to enable them the tools to gain their qualifications.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c96ec8c-0172-480a-b25d-ecc152e8d524
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

33711200 - Make-up preparations

33711400 - Beauty products

33711420 - Makeup kits

39241200 - Scissors

39712000 - Electrical domestic appliances for use with the human body

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,516 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£90,516 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 22 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ST HELENS COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST. HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1PP
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COLLEGE KITS DIRECT

Further Information

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